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On January 25, 2024, the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority broke ground on a $1.2 billion new, safer, modern, and more convenient passenger terminal at Hollywood Burbank Airport, a project known as “Elevate Burbank.” The new 355,000 square-foot terminal with 14 passenger gates, is scheduled to open in late 2026 and will replace the existing 1920’s terminal to meet FAA standards and improve the overall passenger experience.
The new terminal will offer a variety of options for shopping and dining, upgraded bathrooms and more space to move around. A new ticketing lobby, baggage screening system, updated TSA checkpoint and new baggage claim area will make travel easier. The design is intended to be reminiscent of a silver screen in a public plaza – a recognition of the film industry’s roots in Burbank – with other Mid-Century Modern architecture elements. ​
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Speakers
Mary Hamzoian,
Executive Director, Visit Burbank
Mary Hamzoian is the Economic Development Manager for the City of Burbank and the Executive Director of Tourism and Downtown Development. For more than 20 years she has worked to develop and execute multiple programs and policies that create jobs, attract investment, retain businesses and enhance tourism spending. Her vast knowledge and expertise in the field of economic development has allowed her to create and manage multiple public-private partnerships that leverage funding from the private sector to retain businesses and enhance consumer spending in Burbank. Her multi-faceted role allows her to work together with planning, real estate, housing, homelessness and code enforcement, to maintain a safe, beautiful and thriving community in Burbank.
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Mary holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from USC and a Masters in Business Administration from Woodbury University.
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Nerissa Sugars,
Director Communications & Air Service, Hollywood Burbank Airport
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Nerissa is a native Californian, growing up in Orange County before moving to the Bay Area for college. At San Francisco State University, she majored in Broadcast Electronic Communication Arts with an emphasis in Journalism.
She spent more than 15 years in television production and news, working in various markets across the country as an anchor, reporter, and producer.
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After leaving TV news for a career in public relations, she landed at Hollywood Burbank Airport in 2015.
As Director of Communications and Air Service, Nerissa oversees the airport’s communications programs, including marketing, public and media relations, internal communications, and customer experience.
On her watch, Hollywood Burbank Airport has grown to see more than 6.5 million passengers a year and received multiple industry awards and accolades. The most notable is from Fodor’s Travel, which has named Hollywood Burbank Airport the “Best Airport in the US”.
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Event Details
Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Time: 11:30am-2:00pm
Location: The Cambria Hotel
Burbank Airport Hotel
3501 N San Fernando Blvd,
Burbank, CA 91505
Parking: Complimentary
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